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October 2~ 2006
RZ 06-007
MERIDIAN PLANNING & ZONING MEETING October 5, 2006
APPLICANT Danville Home, LLC ITEM NO. 11
REQUEST Public Hearing - Rezone of 2.28 acres from an R-4 to an R-8 zone for
Danville Place Subdivision - 1812 & 1838 Leisure Lane
AGENCY
COMMENTS
CITY CLERK:
CITY ENGINEER:
CITY PLANNING DIRECTOR:
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY POLICE DEPT:
See Attached Staff Report
CITY FIRE DEPT:
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CITY BUILDING DEPT:
CITY WATER DEPT:
CITY SEWER DEPT:
No Comment
CITY PARKS DEPT:
MERIDIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT:
SANITARY SERVICES:
ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT:
CENTRAL DISTRICT HEALTH:
NAMPA MERIDIAN IRRIGATION:
SETTLERS' IRRIGATION:
IDAHO POWER:
INTERMOUNTAIN GAS:
See Attached Comments
See Attached Comments
No Comment
OTHER: See Affidavit of Sign Posting / Letter from Allan Wathers / Letter from Tino . Janet Sanchez
Contacted: Date: Phone:
Emailed: Staff Initials:
Mat,rials prL9~.,ntld at public m~ti~ shall b~come proP)1ty of th. City of Mlridian.
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARlMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 5, 2006
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STAFF REPORT
TO:
Hearing Date: 10J5t006
Planning & Zoning Commission
FROM:
Amanda Hess, Planning Dept.
Mike Cole, Public Works Dept.
SUBJECT:
Danville Place Subdivision
. RZ-06-007
Rezoning of 2.28 acres from R-4 (Medium Low-Density Residential) to R-8
(Medium Density Residential)
. PP-06-043
Preliminary Plat of 8 single-family building lots in a proposed R-8 zone
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1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
The applicant, Danville Home, LLC, has applied for rezoning of 2.28 acres from R-4 (Medium Low-
Density Residential) to R-8 (Medium Density Residential) and preliminary plat approval of 8 single
family residential lots for Danville Place Subdivision. The site has not been previously platted. The
subject property is generally located 500 feet north of Cherry Lane and Igp mile east of Linder Road in
Section 1, Township 3 North, Range 1 West, B.M., and is currently referenced as Assessor's Parcel
Numbers S1201346740 and S1201346745. The subject site is currently within the corporate boundaries
of the City and our Urban Service Planning Area.
2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
The subject applications, RZ-06-007 and PP-06-043, were submitted to the Planning Department for
concurrent review. Staff has provided a detailed analysis of the requested Re-Zoning and Preliminary Plat
applications. Staff is recommendina denial of the proposed Danville Place Subdivision.
3. PROPOSED MOTIONS
Denial
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to recommend denial to the City
Council of File Numbers RZ-06-007 and PP-06-043 as presented in the Staff Report for the hearing
date of October 5, 2006: (You must state specific reasons for denial of the rezone and preliminary plat
requests. )
Continuance
After considering all staff, applicant and public testimony, I move to continue File Numbers RZ-06-
007 and PP-06-043 to the hearing date of (insert continued hearing date here) and direct staff to
prepare findings and conditions for approval to be considered during the continued public hearing for
these applications (please give any specifics you may wish to see in the fmdings and/or conditions of
approval).
4. APPLICATION AND PROPERTY FACTS
a. Site Address 1: Location:
1812 & 1838 Leisure Lane
Meridian, ill 83642
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b. Applicant:
Danville Home, LLC
3192 S. Daybreak Avenue
Meridian, ill 83642
c. Owners:
Gary Weeks & Margaret Wallett
1812 & 1838 Leisure Lane
Meridian, ill 83642
d. Representative: Sabrina Whitehead, Briggs Engineering
e. Present Zoning: R-4 (Medium Low-Density Residential)
f. Present Comprehensive Plan Designation: Medium Density Residential
g. Description of Applicant's Request: ~ f<
1. Date of Preliminary Plat (See Exhibit A): July 26, 2006
h. Applicant's Statement/Justification: The proposed overall density (4.00 dwellings per acre) of the
project complies with the City's designation of Medium Density Residential (R-8) which allows
for residential densities between 3 and 8 dwelling units per acre. The subdivision will provide lot
sizes ranging from approximately 5,000 square feet to 28,500 square feet.
5. PROCESS FACTS
a. The subject application will, in fact, constitute a preliminary plat as detemrined by City
Ordinance. By reason of the provisions of the Meridian City Code Title 11, a public hearing is
required before the City Council on this matter.
b. Newspaper notifications published on: September 18, 2006; October 2, 2006
c. Radius notices mailed to properties within 300 feet on: September 8, 2006
d. Applicant posted notice on site by: September 25, 2006
6. LAND USE
a. Existing Land Use(s): Residential
b. Description of Character of Surrounding Area: Single Family Residential
c. Adjacent Land Use and Zoning:
1. North / West: Residential, zoned R-4
2. East: Deerfield Subdivision, zoned R-4
3. South: Whitetail Subdivision, zoned R-4
d. History of Previous Actions: This property has already been annexed into the City, with R-4
zoning. The residential properties along Leisure Lane currently are provided with water service
from the City, but not sewer.
e. Existing Constraints and Opportunities:
1. Public Works
Location of sewer: There is currently a sewer main in N. W. 11 th Avenue.
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Location of water: There is currently a water main in N.W. 11 th Avenue.
Issues or concerns: Public Works has many concerns with this proposed subdivision, they
range from the lack of proposed sewer and water extensions, to the location and manner in
which proposed mains are installed. ~
A) Per Meridian City Code9-4-8B, all new development shall have the responsibility, at his
expense, to install sewer main to the boundary of his development which is farthest away
from the point to which initial connection is made. In simpler form this is the City of
Meridian's "to and through" policy. The applicant has shown only services to the lots,
and not extension of mains to the edges of their development which would allow for
neighboring properties to then connect and extend said main lines, so on and so forth so
that the City's sewer system can service all parcels.
B) Per Meridian City Code 9-1-26, the primary cost and responsibility for water line
development shall be that of the owner, subdivider or developer. It shall be the owner's,
subdivider's or the developer's responsibility to the purchase and lay water lines from the
present water supply to the proposed project and to the boundary of the project farthest
from the original water supply line, includi~ frontage roads. Again, this is the City of
Meridian's "to and through" policy and would require extension of the water system to
boundary of this proposed development and in the frontage road (Leisure Lane).
C) The applicant's lack of public roadway within this development causes concern as to
where the required, but not proposed, sewer and water main extension would be placed.
At the minimum it would have to be in an basement expressly dedicated to the City of
Meridian. However, it has been the Public Work's policy in the past not to have sewer
and water mains installed within easements of buildable lots. Most often when a main has
to be installed outside of the right-of-way, it has been in a connnon lot, not buildable lot.
This policy has to do with access. Public Works requires a 14-foot all weather access
road to be able to operate and maintain the sewer system. Maintenance of this road
through somebody's backyard is often problematic.
D) Public Works is supportive of the Planning Departments desire to have public road access
throu~ this site. It is a more easily maintained and operated water and sewer system
installed in public right-of-way. It is easier to locate and localize segments of the system
in crisis situations, and during routine maintenance. Let alone maintenance of the access
:.;: roads that the City is not really equipped to handle in the fIrst place. Additionally, extra-
ordinary maintenance in the event of main bursts are more easily accomplished under
right-of-way.
E) Without providing water mains along the frontage on the western side of this proposed
project, no hydrants would be installed.
F) The applicant's preliminary plat shows no mention of a pressurized irrigation system
being proposed as required by UDC 11-3A-15. This requirement is necessary to reduce
the impact of the use of potable water as an irrigation source
2. Vegetation: Three mature trees at east property boundary are to be retained or mitigated for.
3. Floodplain: N/ A
4. Canal sID itche slIrrigati on: An irrigation ditch runs the entire eastern boundary and provides
irrigation water to several large lot properties to the innnediate northwest.
5. Hazards: N/A
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6. Current Zoning: R-4
7. Size of Property: 2.28 acres
f. Subdivision Plat Information:
1. Residential Lots: 8
2. Non-residential Lots: 0
3. Total Building Lots: 8
4. Common Lots: 0
5. Other Lots: 0
6. Total Lots: 8
7. Open Lots: 0
8. Residential Area: 2.00 acres
9. Gross Density: 3.5 dwelling units / acre
10. Lot Sizes: Lot sizes range from approximately 5,000 square feet to 28,500 square feet. The
average lot size is roughly 10,916 square feet.
g. Landscaping:
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1. Width of street buffer(s): A landscape street buffer is not required along 11 th Street, and none
is proposed.
2. Width ofbuffer(s) between land uses: N/A
3. Percentage of site as open space: Because this property is less than 5 acres in size, no open
space is required. The applicant is not proposini to provide any open space with this
development.
h. Required Residential Setbacks: As per the R-8 zone for detached single family dwellings.
1. Summary of Proposed Streets and / or Access (private, public, common drive, etc.): Six of the
proposed building lots front and will take direct access from N.W. 11 th Avenue, a public street.
Currently, the two existing homes take access from an existing private county road, Leisure Lane.
Leisure Lane is improved with XX feet of pavement, no curb or gutter. The applicant is proposing
to have the existing residences on Leisure Lane continue to take access from Leisure Lane, and
not 11 th Avenue. ACHD has provided Site Specific and General Requirements for this project
(See Exhibit B-7).
7. COMMENTS MEETING
On September 15th, 2006, Planning Staff held an agency comments meeting. The agencies and
departments present included: Meridian Fire Department, Meridian Parks Department, Meridian Public
Works Department, and the Sanitary Services Company. Staff has included all comments and
recommended actions as Conditions of Approval in the attached Exhibit B.
8. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN POLICIES AND GOALS
This property is designated "lCfedium Density Residential" on the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use
Map. The Comprehensive Plan calls for single-family homes at densities of three to eight dwelling units
per acre on this site. (See Page 95 of the Comprehensive Plan) There are 8 building lots proposed on the
subject 2.28 acres. There is a maximum density of 8 dwellina units per acre allowed in the R-8 zone by
the UDC; the proposed gross density of Danville Place Subdivision is 3.5 dwelling units per acre. Staff
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does fmd that the proposed zoning designation, R-8, and density of 3.5 dwellings per acre, is in
accordance with the 2002 Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map. The following Comprehensive
Plan policies apply to this application:
· Chapter VII, Goal ill, Objective A, Action 1 - Require that development projects have planned
for the provision of all public services.
The City of Meridian plans to provide municipal services to the subject development in the
following manner:
· Sanitary sewer and water service will be extended to the project at the developer's
expense.
· The public roadway adjacent to the subject lands is currently owned and maintained by
the Ada County Highway District (ACHD). This service will not change. However, the
private roadway adjacent to the subject lands is maintained by the homeowners who
utilize it. Staff is not supportive of the continued maintenance of Leisure Lane by the
homeowners.
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· The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian School District #2. This service
will not change.
· The subject lands are currently serviced by the Meridian Library District. This service
will not change.
Municipal, fee-supported, services will be provided by the Meridian Building Department, the
Meridian Public Works Department, the Meridian Water Department, the Meridian Wastewater
Department, the Meridian Planning Department, Meridian Utility Billing Services, and Sanitary
Services Company.
· Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 3 - Consider "Accommodating Bicycle and Pedestrian
Travel: A Recommended Approach" from the National Center for Bicycling and Walking in all
land-use decisions.
This publication encourages jurisdictions to establish bikeway and walkway facilities in new
construction and reconstruction projects, in a manner that is safe, accessible and convenient. A
sidewalk is to be constructed along N W lith Avenue which will offer means for bicycle and
pedestrian travel for those lots abutting said public road. However, two of the proposed lots abut
Leisure Lane, a private roadway. It is in poor condition and the street section in front of the
subject properties totals 18 to 20 feet, where no curb or walkway is currently provided for, and
no provisions for bicycle or pedestrian travel have been sUJlfl.ested. Therefore. Staff does not
believe that the subiect applications fully comply with the policies listed in the literature noted
above.
· Chapter VI, Goal IT, Obj ective A, Action 5 - Require pedestrian access connectors in all new
development to link subdivisions together to promote neighborhood cOlll1ectivity as part of a
community pathway system.
The applicant would be required to complete the portion of the N W 11th Avenue street section
which lies adjacent to the property, including constructing sidewalk which will provide
appropriate pedestrian connectivity along said road. However, the applicant has not provided
pedestrian connections interior to the subdivision as well as along Leisure Lane.
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· Chapter Vll, Goal IV, Objective C, Action 1 - Protect existing residential properties from
incompatible land use development on adjacent parcels.
Although the existing and proposed land uses are comIJatible, the six proposed 5,000 square foot
lots which front N. W lith Avenue do not provide an appropriate transition between the one to ~-
acre parcels to the north and west and the 8,000 square foot lots to the east and south.
Additionally, this proposal offers no redevelopment potential for the one-acre parcels to the west.
Stafffinds that the proIJosal is not compatible with surrounding develoIJments.
· Chapter VII, Goal IV, Objective C, Action 10 - Support a variety of residential categories (low-,
medium-, and high-density single family, multi-family, townhouses, duplexes, apartments,
condominiums, etc.) for the purpose of providing the City with a range of affordable housing
opportunities.
The subject property is currently zoned R-4, and is not located adjacent to lands zoned R-8.
However, the site is designated Medium Density Residential on the Comprehensive Plan Future
Land Use Map, and the proposed zoning designation of R-8 is generally consistent with the Map
designation for this site.
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Chapter VI, Goal II, Objective A, Action 6 - Require street connections between subdivisions at
regular intervals to enhance connectivity and better traffic flow.
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Currently, the sole access to Cherry Lane for the roughly one-acre parcels to the west is by way
of Leisure Lane, a private street. Per UDC 11-3F-I, single family developments are not to take
access from private applicant is not proposing to provide a public stub street
connection to any of the other residential properties in this area. If approved as proposed by the
applicant, these remainder parcels will continue to have no access to any public street and,
therefore, no ability to redevelop in the future. Staff believes that the IJrovision of public street
connection to at least one adjacent parcel is needed for development of this property to be in the
best interest of the CiN. Staff further believes that the existing homes that are to remain in this
development should be required to take access from a IJublic street, and not Leisure Lane. :~:
Chapter V, Goal I, Objective A, Action 8 - Develop policies and incentives to encourage infill
and contiguous development.
The subject property is bounded by large parcels to the north and wes.Staff would like the
applicant to work with adjacent property owners for developing an overall site plan for how the
immediate vicinity will develop. Staff believes that the best wav for this IJroIJerty to develoIJ is in
coniunction with the other one-acre parcels along Leisure Lane. Until a master IJlan is devised,
showing how all of the existing proIJerties can re-develop efficientlv, staff does not believe that
this IJrOIJertv should be allowed to subdivide. If a feasible plan can be provided, staff would
encourage redevelopment of these properties.
Chapter VII, Goal V, Objective A, Action 11 - Apply design and performance standards to
infilling development in order to reduce adverse impacts upon existing adjacent development.
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In effect, the subject development is IJroposinf! to turn it's back on the adjacent properties, and
does nothing to address the lack of public access in this area. Staff foresees nel!ative impacts on
the surrounding proIJerties due to the lack of a redeveloIJment plan for the properties to the north
and west, and the lack of an a1J.TJropriate transition between the 8.000 SQuare foot lots to the east
and the ~ to one-acre lots to the north and west.
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Staff finds that the zoning proposal is generally harmonious with the Future Land Use Map
designation for this site, but is not harmonious with the surrounding area and generally does not meet
the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
9. ZONING ORDINANCE
a. Zoning Schedule of Use Control: UDC 11-2A-2 lists single-family developments as a Permitted
Use in the R-4 and R-8 zones.
b. Purpose Statement of Zone: The purpose of the residential districts is to provide for a range of
housing opportunities consistent with the Meridian Comprehensive Plan. Connection to the City
of Meridian water and sewer systems is a requirement for all residential districts. Residential
districts are distinguished by the allowable density of dwelling units per acre and corresponding
housing types that can be accommodated within the density range.
10. ANALYSIS
a. Analysis of Facts Leading to Staff Recommendation
ZONING ANALYSIS: The Future Land Use Map designates this property as "Medium Density
Residential." The requested zoning and density of the proposed subdivision is consistent with said
Comprehensive Plan designation. However, as stated above, staff believes that the addition of six,
5,000 square-foot lots at this location does not provide an appropriate transition between the one
to 'is-acre parcels to the north and west and the 8,000 square foot lots to the east and south.
Additionally, the site is bounded by several large lot properties to the east and west where City
services are currently not available. The applicant has put together a development plan that
includes only two of the nine large properties. All of these large lot properties have potential to
redevelop in time. Staff believes that cooperation and integration of the subject parcels with at
least some of the neighboring properties as a larger development is in the best interest of the City
of Meridian. But until a re-development plan for this area can be agreed to by the adiacent
propertvowners and the Citv.. staff does not believe rezoning of this property to R-8 is in the best
interest of the City at this time.
PRELIMINARY PLAT ANALYSIS: Because the proposed preliminary plat does not include
public street access for all of the single-family homes within the develdPment, and because the
proposal does not allow for efficient re-development of the adjacent properties, and because the
proposal does not provide a good transition to the surrounding properties, staff is not supportive
of the development. Please see the analysis in Section 8 above, within this section of the Staff
Report, and Exhibit C for detailed analysis of facts and findings for a preliminary plat.
1. Access: The applicant is proposing to have the six new homes take direct lot access off of
N.W. 11 th Avenue. N.W. 11 th Avenue is a local street with a 50' right-of-way that runs
parallel with the eastern boundary of Danville Place. ACHD is requiring that the applicant
construct 11 th Avenue to one-half of a 36-foot street section with rolled curb, gutter, and 5-
foot concrete sidewalk to match the exiting improvements provided by the northern and
southern adjacent properties. The remaining two large lots/homes currently take access off of
a private road, Leisure Lane. Access to the existilli homes, that are to remain, has not been
proposed to change (see below).
As mentioned in the Staff Report above, the proposed preliminary plat does not address the
existing public street access deficiency for the parcels in this area. Because the applicant is
not proposing to help facilitate the development of the other large parcels that currently take
access to Leisure Lane, staff is not supportive of the proj ect.
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2. Leisure Lane: Leisure Lane is a private street, improved with two travel lanes and paved
shoulders only. At this time, Leisure Lane is the sole access to Cherry Lane for approximately
twelve single family dwellings. Two businesses at the comer of Cherry Lane and Leisure
Lane also take primary access from Leisure Lane.
As the city does not maintain private roadways, Leisure Lane is in poor condition and is
substandard t the entrance,
the street section totals 29 feet including an 8-inch curb and 3.5-foot walkWay. However, at
the terminus of the commercial property boundary, the street section tapers down to 18 to 20
feet wide, where no curb or walkway is provided for.
The Meridian Fire and Police Departments have requested that all lots within the subject
development take access onto a public road. Additionally, as the UDC (Section 11-3F) does
not allow single family dwellings to take access via private streets, with the exception of mew
developments, staff is not supportive of the two subject lots' continued access onto Leisure
Lane.
3. Emergency Access Easement: The Meridian Fire Department is not satisfied with the
emergency access proposed at the north property boundary. The northwest comer of the
property does not meet the Fire Departments turning radius standard of 28' inside and 48'
outside. Therefore, MFD is requesting an appropriate turnaround be constructed at said
northwest comer. Additionally, the applicant will need to clarify at the hearing whether the
access to the turnaround via N.W. 11 th Avenue will be gated or blocked by bollards.
4. Canals / Ditches ;tIrrigation: An irrigation ditch runs the entire length of the eastern property
boundary which services the large lot properties to the north and northwest. Accessing the six
small lots would require pipingJi tiling of the irrigation ditch. All irrigation facilities, along
with their easements, must be protected and continue to function. And any changes to the
existing irrigation system such as relocation, tiling, and landscaping must be approved by
Nampa:~pMeridian Irrigation District.
5. Pressure Irrigation: The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be
supplied by a year-round source of water. The applicant should be required to utilize any
existing surface or well water for the primary source. If a surface or well source is not
available, a single-point connection to the culinary water system shall be required. If a single-
point connection is utilized, the developer will be responsible for the payment of assessments
for the common areas prior to signature on the fmal plat by the City Engineer. An
underground, pressurized irrigation system should be installed to all landscape areas per the
approved specifications and in accordance with UDC 11;.,3A-15 and MCC 9-1-28.
6. Fencing: At the public hearing'! the applicant should state whether the existing fencing will
remain or if alternate permanent fencing will be installed around the perimeter of the
subdivision. The applicant should submit a detailed fencing plan with the final plat
application for the subdivision. If permanent fencing is not provided, temporary construction
fencing to contain debris must be installed around the perimeter prior to issuance of a
building permit. All perimeter fencing must be completed prior to issuance of building
.. permits. Fencing should taper down to a 3 foot maximum within 20 feet of all rights-of-way.
= All fencing shall be installed in accordance with UDC 11-3A-7.
7. Tree Mitigation: Any existing, on-site tree over 4" in caliper that is removed from the
property shall be replaced by installing additional trees, being the equivalent number of
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caliper inches of those removed. Required landscaping trees will not be considered as
replacement trees for those that are removed. The applicant should coordinate a mitigation
plan with Elroy Huff at the Meridian Parks Department.
b. Staff Recommendation: Based on the above analysis, staff finds that applications RZ-06-007 and
PP-06-043 do not conform to the Comprehensive Plan policies and UDC standards. Staff
recommends denial of said RZ and PP applications. NOTE: As the Planning Department's
recommendation is for deniat we have not included any conditions of approval. However. in
Exhibit B" Staff has included the comments and conditions of all other agencies and departments
providing commenting on this proi ect.
11. EXHIBITS
A. Drawings
1. Vicinity Map
2. Preliminary Plat (Dated: July 26, 2006)
B. Conditions of Approval
1. Planning Department (NONE)
2. Public Works Department
3. Fire Department
4. Ada County Highway District
5. Nampa / Meridian Irrigation District
C. Legal Description
D. Required Findings from the Unified Development Code
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A. Drawings
1. Vicinity Map
Exhibit A
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARlMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF OCTOBER 5, 2006
2. Preliminary Plat (Dated: July 26, 2006)
Exhibit A
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF mL Y 20, 2006
B. Conditions of Approval
1. PLANNING DEPARTMENT - None, the Planning Department is recommending denial.
2. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
2.1 Sanitary sewer and water service to this developmen~is being proposed via extension of services
from mains in 11 th avenue. If this development is approved the applicant shall be required to
install sewer and water mains to and through this development. This would include mains in all
public right-of-ways that are required by ACHD, the Planning Department, the Planning and
Zoning Commission and City Council. As well as along the frontage of the western edge of this
development.
2.2 The applicant shall install mains to and through this development; applicant shall coordinate main
size and routing with the Public Works Department, and execute standard forms of easements for
any mains that are required to provide service. Minimum cover over sewer mains is three feet, if
cover from top of pipe to sub-grade is less than three feet than alternate materials shall be used in
conformance of City of Meridian Public Works Departments Standard Specifications.
2.3 The applicant shall be responsible to install water mains to and through this development,
coordinate main size and routing with Public Works. City of Meridian standard forms of
easement are required for all mains not located in the right-of-way.
2.4 Fire hydrant number and placement shall be coordinated with the Public Works Department
during construction plan review.
2.5 All required sewer and water mains not located within the right-of-way shall be required to be in
common lots owned and maintained by the HOA.
2.6 Any sewer manholes not located in the right-of-way shall have an all-weather access road
installed to them per City of Meridian Standard Specifications.
2.7 Public Works is very supportive of the Planning Department's desire to have public right-of-way
way dedicated with this plat.
2.8 The existing houses shall be required to connect to City services. The applicant shall be required
to pay assessments prior to signature on the final plat by the City Engineer, and be responsible for
the actual physical connection prior to Certificate of Occupancies being issued.
2.9 Any potential reimbursement agreements must comply with all requirements of City Code 9-1-13
and 9-4-19, which includes the preliminary agreement (which includes footage, size, and depth of
reimbursable pipe) being fmalized prior to construction plan approval. The detailed agreement
with the reimbursable amount shall be approved by Council prior to plat signature.
2.10 The applicant shall provide a 20-foot easement for all public water/sewer mains outside of public
right of way (include all water services and hydrants).
2.11 Per UDC 11-3A15 the applicant shall be responsible to install a pressurized irrigation system that
serves all lots within this development. The use of surface water shall be used if Public Works
deems it necessary. If it is to be maintained as a private system, plans and specifications will be
reviewed by the Public Works Department as part of the construction plan review. A "draft
copy" of the operations and maintenance manual will be required prior to plan approval with the
"fmal draft" being required prior to final plat signature on the last phase of this project.
If it is to be owned and maintained by an Irrigation District then evidence of a license agreement
shall be submitted prior to scheduling of a pre-construction meeting.
2.12 The City of Meridian requires that pressurized irrigation systems be supplied by a year-round
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARlMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20, 2006
source of water (UDC 11-3A-6). The applicant should be required to use any existing surface or
well water for the primary source. If a surface or well source is not available, a single-point
connection to the culinary water system shall be required. If a single-point connection is utilized,
the developer will be responsible for the payment of assessments for the common areas prior to
signature on the fmal plat by the City Engineer.
2.13 Any irrigation pump stations shall be required to be installed in a common lot per UDC 11-3B-
6E.
2.14 All existing structures not meeting setbacks or meeting the dimensional standards of the UDC
shall be removed prior to signature on the fmal plat by the City Engineer.
2.15 Meridian Public Works specifications do not allow any large landscaping within a five foot radius
of water meters. The applicant shall make the necessary adjustments to achieve this separation
requirement and comply with all landscape requirements.
2.16 Any existing domestic wells and/or septic systems within this project shall be removed from
domestic service per City Ordinance Section 9-1-4 and 9-4-8. Wells may be used for non-
domestic purposes such as landscape irrigation.
2.1 7 Per UDC 11-3A-6 all irrigation ditches, laterals or canals, exclusive of natural waterways, that
intersect, cross or lie within the area being developed shall be tiled. Plans will need to be
approved by the appropriate irrigation/drainage district, or lateral users association (ditch
owners), with written approval or non-approval submitted to the Public Works Department prior
to plan approval. If lateral users association approval can not be obtained, alternate plans will be
reviewed and approved by the City Engineer.
2.18 Street signs are to be in place, water system shall be approved and activated, fencing installed,
drainage lots constructed, road base approved by the Ada County Highway District and the Final
Plat for this subdivision shall be recorded, prior to applying for building permits.
2.19 A letter of credit or cash surety in the amount of 110% will be required for all uncompleted
fencing, landscaping, amenities, pressurized irrigation, sanitary sewer, water, etc., prior to
signature on the final plat.
2.20 All development improvements, including but not limited to sewer, fencing, micro-paths,
pressurized irrigation and landscaping shall be installed and approved prior to obtaining
certificates of occupancy.
2.21 Applicant shall be required to pay Public Works development plan review, and construction
inspection fees, as determined during the plan review process, prior to signature on the fmal plat.
2.22 It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all development features comply with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Housing Act.
2.23 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with and NPDES Permitting that
may be required by the Environmental Protection Agency.
2.24 Applicant shall be responsible for application and compliance with any Section 404 Permitting
that may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers.
2.25 Developer shall coordinate mailbox locations with the Meridian Post Office. Where mailboxes
are located on or near sidewalk the applicant shall comply with all American with Disabilities Act
requirements for unobstructed sidewalk access.
2.26 Compaction test results shall be submitted to the Meridian Building Department for all building
pads receiving engineered backfill, where footing would sit atop fill material.
2.27 The engineer shall be required to certify that the street centerline elevations are set a minimum of
Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20,2006
3-feet above the highest established peak groundwater elevation. This is to ensure that the bottom
a~ elevation of the crawl spaces of homes is at least I-foot above.
2.28 One hundred watt, high-pressure sodium streetlights, on 25' pole shall be required on all public
residential streets. Two-hundred and fifty watt high pressure sodium streetlights, on 30' pole
shall be required on subdivision entrances and collector roadways. Design of the streetlights shall
be approved by the Public Works Department. Decorative lights require a streetlight agreement
on file with Public Works prior to activation. All streetlights shall be installed at subdivider's
expense. Typical locations are at street intersections and/or frre hydrants, and no further than
400' distance in between locations. Final design locations and quantity are determined after
power designs are completed by Idaho Power Company. The street light contractor shall obtain
approval from the Public Works Department, and permit from Building Department prior to
commencing installations.
3. FIRE DEPARTMENT
3.1 One and two family dwellings will require a fire-flow of 1,000 gallons per minute available for
duration of 2 hours to service the entire project. Fire hydrants shall be placed an average of 500 feet
apart. International Fire COIle Appendix C.
3.2 Acceptance of the water supply for frre protection will be by the Meridian Fire Department and
water quality by the Meridian Water Department for bacteria testing.
3.3 Final Approval of the frre hydrant locations shall be by the Meridian Fire Department.
a. Fire Hydrants shall have the 4 ~" outlet face the main street or parkini lot aisle.
b. The Fire hydrant shall not face a street which does not have addresses on it.
c. Fire hydrant markers shall be provided per Public Works specifications.
d. Fire Hydrants shall be placed on comers when spacing permits.
e. Fire hydrants shall not have any vertical obstructions to outlets within 10'.
f. Fire hydrants shall be place 18" above fmish grade.
g. Fire hydrants shall be provided to meet the requirements of the IFC Section 509.5.
h. Show all proposed or existing hydrants for all new construction or additions to existing
buildings within 1,000 feet of the project.
3.4 Any roadway greater than 150 feet in length that is not provided with an outlet shall be required
to have an approved turnaround.
3.5 All entrance and internal roads, and cul-de-sacs shall have a turning radius of28' inside and 48'
outside radius.
3.6 All common driveways shall be strai~t or have a turning radius of28 inside and 48' outside and
shall have a clear driving surface which is 20' wide.
3.7 Operational frre hydrants, temporary or permanent street signs and access roads with an all
weather surface are required before combustible construction is brought on site.
3.8 Building setbacks shall be per the International Building Code for one- and two-story
construction.
3.9 Provide exterior egress lighting as required by the International Building and Fire Codes.
3.10 There shall be a fire hydrant within 100' of all Fire Department connections.
3.11 The emergency exit shall be blOlked by either gates or bollards and shall be accessible only by
emergency service vehicles. Please coordinate with the Fire Department at 888-1234 to work specific
issues associated with this item.
4. ADA COUNTY HIGHWAY DISTRICT
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Exhibit B
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20, 20116
SITE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Construct 11 th Avenue to one-half of a 36-foot street section with rolled curb, gutter, and 5-foot
concrete sidewalk to match existing improvements to the north and south.
Construct any access to Lots 1 through 6 a minimum of 50-feet from the nearest public
intersection to be no greater than 20-feet wide, paved the entire width and at least 30 feet into the
site.
Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the right-of-way.
Private sewer or water systems are prohibited from being located within any ACHD roadway or
right-of-way.
All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be
borne by the developer.
Replace any existing damaged curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the
construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file
number) for details.
Comply with the District's Tree Planter Width Interim Policy.
Utility street cuts in pavement less than five years old are not allowed unless approved in writing
by the District. Contact the District's Utility Coordinator at 387-6258 (with file numbers) for
details.
All design and construction shall be in accordance with the Ada County Highway District Policy
Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedures and all
applicable ACHD Ordinances unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the
State of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans.
The applicant shall submit revised plans for staff approval, prior to issuance of building permit
(or other required permits), which incorporates any required design changes.
Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable
requirements of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy.
Payment of applicable road impact fees is required prior to building construction in accordance
with Ordinance #200, also known as Ada County Highway District Road Impact Fee Ordinance.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. The
applicant at no cost to ACHD shall repair existing utilities damaged by the applicant. The
applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-800-342-1585) at least two full business days
prior to breaking ground within ACHD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic
Operations at 387-6190 in the event any ACHD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised durin.g
any phase of construction.
No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing
and signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized
representative of the Ada County Highway District. The burden shall be upon the applicant to
obtain written confirmation of any change from the Ada County Highway District.
Any change by the applicant in the planned ~e of the property which is the subject of this
application, shall require the applicant to comply with all rules, regulations, ordinances, plans, or
other regulatory and legal restrictions in force at the time the applicant or its successors in interest
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20, 20Q6
advises the Highway District of its intent to change the planned use of the subj ect property unless
a waiver/variance of said requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect
at the time the change in use is sought.
5. NAMPA / MERIDIAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
5.1 Coordinate with John Anderson, Water Superintendent for NMID, concerning installation of a
underground, pressurized irrigation system.
5.2 All storm drainage shall be retained on-site. If surface drainage cannot be contained on site,
contact Donna Moore at 466-7861, as a Land Use Change Application must be filed for review
prior to recording of the fmal plat.
5.3 All laterals and wasteways must be protected.
5.4 The developer must comply with Idaho Code 31-3805.
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CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20,2006
c. Legal Description
Exhibit C
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20, 2006
Exhibit C
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20, 2006
D. Required Findings from the Unified Development Code
1. Rezone Findings:
Upon recommendation from the Commission, the Council shall make a full investigation
and shall, at the public hearing, review the application. In order to grant an annexation
and/or rezone, the Council shall make the following findings:
a. The map amendment complies with the applicable provisions of the Comprehensive
Plan;
See Comprehensive Plans and Policies as listed in the Danville Place Subdivision Staff
Report - Section 8. Staff does not support the zoning and fmds the proposal in conflict
with the Comprehensive Plan.
b. The map amendment complies with the regulations outlined for the proposed
district, specifically the purpose statement;
Staff fmds that the development of this property should be required to comply with the
established regulations and purpose statements of the requested zone. See Section 10 -
Analysis for more information.
c. The map amendment slall not be materi2lUy detrimental to the public health, sAfety,
and welfare;
Staff finds that the proposed rezone, and subsequent development of this property will be
detrimental to the public health, safety and/or welfare, if approved. Staff recommends
that the Commission and Council rely on any oral or written testimony that may be
provided when determining this fmding.
d. The map amendment shall not result in an adverse impact upon the delivery of
services by any political subdivision providing public services within the City
including, but not limited to, school districts; and,
Staff fmds that the proposed zoning amendment may result in an adverse impact upon the
delivery of services by the Meridian Public Works Department, the Meridian Fire
Department, the Meridian Police Department; all provide services to this area.
e. The rezone is in the best of interest of the City.
Staff does not believe that rezonin2 of this property to R-8 is in the best interest of the
City at this time.
2. Preliminary Plat Findings:
In consideration of a preliminary plat, combined preliminary and final plBt, or short plat,
the decision-making body shIll make the following findings:
a. The plat is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan;
Staff finds that the proposed application is in compliance with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map desi811ation for this site. However, there are
several Comprehensive Plan Goals, Policies and Objectives that the proposed plat does is
not consistent with; Staff does not support the proposed layout See Section 10 of this
staff report (Zoning and Preliminary Plat Analysis) for details.
b. Public services are available or can be made available and are adequate to
Exhibit D
CITY OF MERIDIAN PLANNING DEP ARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR THE HEARING DATE OF JULY 20, 2006
accommodate the proposed development;
Staff fmds that public services can be made available to accommodate the proposed
development. However, the applicant has not proposed to extend all of those public
services (public streets, sidewalks, etc.) as to accommodate the proposed development
and the neighboring properties. Please see Sections 8 and 10 of the Staff Report above.
~ The plat is in conform.nce with scheduled public improvements in accord with the
City's capital improvement program;
If approved, the developer will be installing sewer, water, and utilities for the
development at their own cost. Staff finds that the subdivision will not require the
expenditure of capital improvement funds.
. There is public financial capability of supporting services for the proposed
development;
Staff recommends the Commission and Council rely upon comments from the public
service providers (i.e., Police, Fire, ACHD, etc.) to determine this fmding. (See Exhibit
B, Agency Comments and Conditions, for more detai1.)
&c II:~ The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general
welfare; and
Staff is not aware of any health, safety, or environmental problems associated with the
development of this subdivision that should be brought to the Councilor Commission's
attention. ACHD considers road safety issues in their analysis. Staff recommends that
the Commission and Council reference any public testimony that may be presented to
determine whether or not the proposed subdivision may cause health, safety or
environmental problems of which staff is unaware.
i The development preserves significant natural, scenic or historic features.
Staff is unaware of any natural, scenic, or historic features on this site. Therefore, staff
finds that the proposed development will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of
any natural, scenic or historic feature(s) of major importance. Staff recommends that the
Commission and Council reference any public testimony that may be presented to
determine whether or not the proposed development may destroy or damage a natural or
scenic feature(s) of major importance of which staff is unaware.
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On August 29th 2006 the Ada County Highway Distri~t acted on your application for the above referenced
project. The attached report lists site-specific requirements, conditions of approval and ~:street
improvements, which are required. .,~ d
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Staff Contact:
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E-mail: amentzer@achd.ada.id.us
August 29th 2006
Tech Review:
Application Information:
Acreage: 2.28
Current Zoning: R-4
Proposed Zoning: IR-B
Residential Lots: 8
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Existing Roadway Improvements &Right-of-Way
11th Avenue is currently improved with 2 travel lanes, p~yed shoulders, and
no curb, gutter or sidewalk abutting the $ite. 11th Avenue currently has 50-feet
of right-of-way.
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Lane located approximately 18-feet and 210-fe.et north of the south property
line,Jmeasured ne"r edge to property line). There is currently continuous ~
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vehicle trips per day (20 existing) based on the Institute of Transportation
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building permits. The assessed impact fee will be based on the impact fee
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Roadway Frontage Functional Traffic Count Level of Speed
Classification Service* Limit
11th Avenue 385' Local Street N/A N/A 20 IQIPH
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There are currently no roadways, bridges or intersections in,t.he general vicinity of the project that~
are currently in fi-.e Five 'r'~r Work Program or in the Capitir~lmprovements Plan.
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Policy which prohibits all trees in planters less than 6-teet in width. In addition to prohi~iting trees in
planters less than 6-feet in width, the policy requires a glinimum planter width of 6-feet fo~ class IL a~r~
tress with the installation of root barriers on both sides of the planter strip or a minimum planter
width of 8-feet without the installation of a root barrier. The policy also requires Class I and Class III
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Right-of-Way Policy: District policy 7204.4.1 and Figure 72-F1A requires 50-feet of right-ot-way on
local streets. This right-of-way allows for the construction of a 2-lane roadway with curb, gutter and
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less that 1-acre in size will typically provide stree9:s having a minimum pavement width of 32-feet
with curb, gutter and sidewalks. The total street width shall be 36-feet from back-of-curb to back-of-
curb. Variations of this width may be allowed, depending on traffic volumes forecast to be
generated by the development. Concrete si~ewalks shall be a minimum of 5-feet in width unless
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36-foot street section with rolled curb, gutter and 5-foot concrete sidewalk to match existing
improvements to the north and south. There is sufficient right-ot-way existing for 11th Avenue (25-
feet from centerline) to construct the noted improvements. 1.01 I~
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Driveway Offset Policy: District policy 72-F4 (1) and 72-F4 (2), requires driveways located on
local residential roadways to offset a controlled and/or uncontrolled intersectiOn a minimum ot 50~
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gra..vel being tracked onto the roadwqy. In accordance with District policy, 7207.9.1, the,grapplicant
should be required to pave the driveway its full width and at least 3D-feet into the site beyond the
edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers with 15-foot radii abutting the existing
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11th Avenue for Lots 1 through 6; with access to Lots 7 and 8 (the existing dwellings) coming from
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ataff Comment/Recommendation: The applicant should be required tal construct~an}l~access to.
Lots 1 through 6 a minimum of 50-f~et from the nearest public intersection. These driveways should
be no greater than 20-feet wide, paved the entire width and at least 3D-feet into the site. Access to
Lots 7 and 8 should not intersect a public roadway. ~i
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Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedure~ and all
applicable ACHD Ordinances unless specifically vraived,j1erein. An engineer registered in the State
of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans.
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other required permits), which incorporates any required design changes.
Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable
requirements of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy.
Payment of applicable road impact fees are required prior to building construction in accordance
with Ordinance #200, also known as Ada County Highway District Roa~ Impact Fee- Ordinance.
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It i~ the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. The ~ .
applicant at no cost to ACHD shall repair existing utilities damageclf>y the ap~nt. The applicant'
shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-800-342-1585) at least two full business days prior to breaking
ground within ACHD right-af-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic;,Operations 387-6190 in
the event any ACHD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction.
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12. No change in the terms and conditions;Of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and
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application, shall require the applicant to comply with all rules, regulations, ordinances, plans, or
other regulatory and legal restrictions in force at the time the applicant or its successors in interest
advises the Highway District of its intent to change thet:\pl~l1ned use(lllof the subject property unless a
waiver/variance of said requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect at
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2. Site Plan
3. Appeal Guidelines
4. Development Process Checklist
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'I.~ Appeal of Staff Decision: The Commissjgn shall hear and decid&<appeals by an applicant ofl'the
oC final decision made by the RO,!,/DS Manag'~r W;t:ten it is alleged th~t the ROWD~ Manager c!!d not \\= Iii
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St:!'cretjry of Highway Systems;";:which must be filed within vm (10) workjp.g days from . '" \,
the date o~ t~e de~ision that is th~ su~ject of the appeal. The~otice of app~llshall \~fer :I!;,~ ~~.
to ,., tbe ",decIsion being appealed, Identify the ~ppellant by name, address ~nd telept:lc;>ne~; :1\.-011 ,"2
.. num~er. and st.ate t~~ gro~~ds for .the appe~. _j~ gro.~q~.maN }~ci~cte \ .~r,~~,~.~,: ~:'~
summaPy of the provIsions of the 'Policy relevarif'fd''tfl-e appfil"',"CVor",ttm fact~~rftf law ~ w'"
relied _~pon and :"shall include il written argument in support of the ap~al." T~~., ~
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:t: time meet with the appellant to discuss tbe matter, and m~y also consider andLor",modity' '"
the decisi~n that is being appealed. A copy of the reply, and any modifications to the
deci~ion being appealed will b~ P50vide~ to the appellant 11 prior :oj to the- ~omm!s"Si~n "'
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-d. Notice o~ Hearin~: Unless otherwise"agreed to ~y .the appellant, the hearing ~f t~~:o:~/'~"'''i
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if. Manager's reply to ~he notl'ce of appeal. A copy of the de,clslon t;Jelng ~ppealed~ the. ~~ ~~f(
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of a previous development application and that the site specific requirements from the previous i.(jevelopmdht also
apply to this. devEJIopment application.
I8JWrite a Staff Level report analyzing the impacts of the development on the transportation system and evaluating
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evaluating the proposal for its conformance to District Policy.
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DThe Planning Review Division will hold a Technical Review meeting for all Staff and Commission Level reports.
DFor ALL development applications, including those receiving a "No Review" or "Comply With" letter:
. The applicant should submit one (1) set of engineered plans directly to ACHD for review by the Development ~
Review Diviiion for plan review and assessment of impact fees. (Note: if there are no site improvements required
by ACHD, then architectural plans may be submitted for purposes of impact fee calculation.)
. The applicant is required to get a permit from Construction Services (ACHD) for ANY work in the right-of-way,
including, but not liniited to, driveway approaches, street improvements and utility cuts.
DPay Impact Fees prior to issuance of building permit. Impact fees cannot be paid prior to plan review approval.
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Development Services & Traffic Services). There is a one week turnaround for this approval.
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. Four business days prior to starting work have a bonded contractor submit a "Temporary Highway Use Permit Application"'l
to ACHD Construction - Permits along with:
a) Traffic Control Plan
b) An Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plat, done by a Certified Plan Designer, if trench is >50' or you are
placing >600 sf of concrete or asphalt.
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. At least one week prior to setting up a Pre-Con an Erosion & Sediment Control Narrative & Plat, done by a Certified Plan
Designer, must be turned into ACHD Constru~ion - Subdivision to be reviewed and approved by the ACHD Drainage
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ACHD Construction - Subdivision must have received approval from Development Services prior to scheduling a Pre-Con.
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Mike Arnold,
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Premier Signs. Inc. 2100 E Fa.irview Avenue. Suite 7
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
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I personally posted the subject property with the hearing n~tice sign 10 days prior to the public
hearing for the Request for Rezon9 of 2 28 acres from R-4 to R-6 and PrAliminal1' Plat
approval of 8 building 10m, for Danville PlacA Subdivision
Dated this
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SUBSCRJ:.~ED AND SWORN t.:.: :. .:fore me the day and year first above written.
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Allan Walthers
1720N.W. 11th Ave.
Meridian, Idaho 83646
City of Meridian
Planning Department
C/O Barbara Shiffer
Administrative Assistant
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This is in regard to Hearing RZ-06-007 of Dan viI Ie Home, LLC on October 5, 2006.
After reading over the description at your department I have concluded that the rezone of
the afore-mentioned property is not warranted in my view. The surrounding properties
for some distance are all R-4. A rezone is being done simply to raise the density of
homes that can be built within a small area. This lowers the surrounding property values.
Building eight homes on the property is crowding and unsightly- Please do not rezone
that property.
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Tino and Janet Sanchez
1929 Leisure Lane
Meridian, ID 83646
September 29, 2006
City of Meridian
Planning and Zoning Commission
33 E Idaho Avenue
Meridian, ID 83642
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RE: RZ 06-007 and PP 06-043
Danville Place Subdivision
We would like to request that you consider the following concerns regarding the application for rezone
and preliminary plat for Danville Place Subdivision.
1) There is an irrigation ditch on the east side of the property in question. This ditch runs parallel to
11 th Street. It is currently an open ditch and is the source of irrigation water for our property and
others at the end of Leisure Lane. We depend on this irrigation water to maintain our acreage in
support of livestock. We would request that any approval of these applications include a written
requirement that the irrigation ditch be accommodated in such a manner as to continue to provide
the same volume of water as is now available. If the ditch is to be enclosed it should be done
with a minimum of 12" pipe as is currently used where the ditch continues into the property at
1926 Leisure Lane.
2) We are very concerned about the requested changes resulting in access that could allow
additional traffic onto Leisure Lane. Leisure Lane is a private access road based on an easement
established against each property. All maintenance".and costs for that maintenance is the
responsibility of the residents of Leisure Lane. We have already experienced a serious
d~gradation of our road due to the increased traffic forced onto it by the commercial business
established at 1200 W. Cherry Lane. Traffic for this business was routed onto Leisure Lane and
no access provided directly to Cherry Lane. The section of Leisure Lane from Cherry Lane to
the end of that lot is now riddled with pot holes and in dire need of costly repair. We
respectfully ask that you please do not allow DanviIle Place Subdivision to include any changes
to Leisure Lane or any roads or pathways linking 11 th Street to Leisure Lane. Even if such roads
or pathways are not intended to send traffic onto our road, if it is possible people will use them
and increase the speed of deterioration and increase the cost of maintenance.
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3) Related to the concerns about traffic on Leisure Lane, we also ask that if the project is approved
all construction traffic be required to access via 11 th Street. In addition to the wear and possible
damage that construction vehicles may cause to the road, Leisure Lane is narrow and
construction vehicles would have the potential to inhibit access for residents.
Thank you very much for your attention and consideration of these concerns.